Meet the income limits for your area
Be a U.S. citizen or have eligible immigration status
Pass the background screening required by the housing authority
Provide proof of identity, income, and household members
Meet any local housing authority eligibility rules
Apply through your local Public Housing Agency
Wait for your application to be processed and approved
Stay within the program’s asset and household composition limits, if applicable
Keep your information accurate and up to date
Respond to all requests for documents or interviews from the housing authority